F-35 Lightning II vs KAAN
Overview
The F-35 Lightning II and the KAAN are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and TAI respectively.
Top speed is 1,960 km/h for the F-35 Lightning II vs 1,912 km/h for the KAAN. The KAAN operates at altitudes up to 16,764 m compared to 15,000 m for the F-35 Lightning II.
The F-35 Lightning II first flew 18 years before the KAAN (2006 vs 2024).
| American multirole stealth fighter, developed in the early 21st century, extensively deployed in global military operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| First flight | 15 December 2006 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 965 units |
| Average unit price | $85 million |
| Turkish fifth-generation stealth twin-engine air superiority fighter under development by Turkish Aerospace Industries to replace the Turkish Air Force's F-16 fleet from the late 2020s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | TAI |
| First flight | 21 February 2024 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 43.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1960 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,800 km |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 27,216 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 14,651 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 19,500 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 71.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 20.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1912 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 16,764 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 34,750 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 66 kN ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-35 Lightning II or KAAN?
The F-35 Lightning II is faster with a maximum speed of 1,960 km/h compared to the KAAN's 1,912 km/h, a difference of 48 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-35 Lightning II or KAAN?
The F-35 Lightning II has a longer range at 2,800 km compared to the KAAN's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-35 Lightning II or KAAN?
The KAAN has a higher service ceiling at 16,764 meters (55,000 ft) compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-35 Lightning II or KAAN?
The KAAN has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 34,750 kg compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 27,216 kg.
Which is larger, the F-35 Lightning II or KAAN?
The KAAN is longer at 20.3 meters compared to the F-35 Lightning II's 15.6 meters.